The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation is a private foundation in Kinston, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$878,935
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $49,100 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $49,000 | 17 | $554,898 |
| 2024 | $49,100 | 18 | $684,171 |
| 2025 | $49,000 | 17 | $878,935 |
How to apply
The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 17 | $49,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grifton Fire Department | Fire needs | $10,000 |
| Grifton Rescue Squad | Emergency needs | $10,000 |
| Grifton Mission Ministries | Needs | $4,000 |
| Hugo Fire Dept | Fire needs | $4,000 |
| Grifton Shad Festival | Needs | $3,000 |
| Ayden-Grifton High School | Media center needs | $2,000 |
| Grifton Public Library Book Trust | Purchase of books | $2,000 |
| Historical Museum & Indian Village | Needs | $2,000 |
| John Lawson Legacy Days | Needs | $2,000 |
| Rhems Fire and Rescue Inc | Fire equipment | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Public assistance | $2,000 |
| Center for Family Violence Prev | Needs | $1,000 |
| Pitt County Boys & Girls Club | Capital campaign | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church | Hispanic worker prog & soup kitchen | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Public assistance | $1,000 |
| Grifton Elementary School | Needs | $1,000 |
| Real Crisis Center | Needs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edna N Anderson
- Emily N Exum
- Marian N McLawhorn
Questions people ask
Does The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation give?
$49,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edna N Anderson (Sec and Trea), Emily N Exum (President) and Marian N McLawhorn (VP).
What does The Jean Harvey Williams Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and faith communities.